QA Lead

Nimble Giant Entertainment is looking for QA Lead to join our studio

If you're driven by a meticulous attention to detail, possess a deep understanding of the development process, a knack for uncovering elusive failure conditions, and a genuine passion for connecting with players, we want you on our team. As the Lead QA , you will be an integral part of an AAA development team, contributing to the refinement and enhancement of our games' quality.

Your responsibilities will encompass defining the testing strategies, organizing QA team tasking and reports, defining key quality metrics, testing completed user stories, coordinating playtests, maintaining a clear overview of the project's overall quality status, and assisting in the prioritization of pending issues.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate in project planning sessions to evaluate the QA efforts required for all tasks
• Maintaining required game quality guidelines during the process (Structure, Daily reports, Templates, Documentation)
• Overall QA Team organization (Task assignment, Priorities, Time management, Scope)
• Being in charge of the QA team's career development (Evaluations + Objectives follow up + Communication)
• Test game builds regularly, able to give feedback about the games look and feel, balance and fun factor
• Will be running and managing Game testing types applied to the project ( Regression, Smoke, Assessments, etc )
• Capable of creating Metrics and Reports of QA coverage / Quality criteria
• Investigate and document hard-to-replicate issues, pinpointing their reproduction steps
• Arrange and actively participate in playtests to ensure the gameplay experience meets quality benchmarks
• Document and communicate general quality concerns related to all build iterations
• Onboardings coordination, creation and conducting sessions

Requirements:

• Knowledge of gaming (Gaming industry, differences between genres, engines, hardware) and platforms usage
• Advanced experience in Game QA test types ( Regression, Smoke, Performance, Milestone Assessments, Pre integration testing )
• A fundamental understanding of Agile methodology, particularly Scrum practices
• Familiarity with issue tracking tools, such as Jira, to streamline bug management
• Proficient in Test Scenarios / Test Cases design
• Strong understanding of bug reporting structures
• Intermediate to Advanced English proficiency required (B2 / C1)
• Basic knowledge of one or more areas of game development ( Art, UI UX, AI, Programming, etc)
• Basic knowledge of version control tools, like Git and Perforce as well as Game engines such as Unreal
• Technical awareness and initial knowledge of game code is a plus
• SDKs knowledge is a plus, as well as previous work with Steam or similar
• Knowledge of Gaming cycle phases is a plus
• AAA game projects experience is a plus

Soft Skills:

• Proficient in remote work practices, with excellent communication skills for effective dynamics with the team
• A genuine passion for video games and a keen eye for their intricate details
• Collaboration and teamwork driven, engaging and including others
• Adaptability and proactivity to apply different strategies to changing scenarios

If you're driven to ensure gaming experiences meet the highest quality standards, possess the ability to lead a team, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Join Nimble Giant Entertainment and play a pivotal role in crafting exceptional gaming experiences that captivate and engage players worldwide.

WHAT WE OFFER

**Excellence
** Excellence is one of our core drivers. Not only in the products we deliver, but also in the way we do things.

**Continuous learning
** In order to be on top of the game, we always encourage our employees to keep updating and deepening their know how.

**Flexibility
** We aim to always work in a fun and relaxed environment.
Working remotely is an option.

**Inclusion and Diversity
** We want a diverse talent team and would like to encourage ethnicities, gender, age, and disabilities communities with a strong interest in developing themselves in the videogame industry to join us.

ABOUT US

We are Nimble Giant, a game development studio founded in 2002 in Argentina. With offices in Perú, Chile and Uruguay, Nimble Giant Entertainment (Formerly NGD Studios) is one of the leading developers of PC and console games studios in Latin America. Our first major release, Champions of Regnum, was the first commercial MMORPG made in the region. We are the team behind the reimagining of the classic 4X strategy game Master of Orion and the multiplayer time travel shooter Quantum League.
In 2020 we merged with Embracer Group. With its head office based in Karlstad, Sweden, Embracer Group has a global presence through its ten operative groups: THQ Nordic, Koch Media, Coffee Stain, Amplifier Game Invest, Saber Interactive, DECA Games, Gearbox Entertainment, Easybrain, Asmodee, and Dark Horse.We are certified as one of the best companies to work for by Great Place to Work®.
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